French Style Basil Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this exquisite French Style Basil Chicken recipe! Succulent chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a velvety sauce made with dry white wine, chicken stock, and a medley of sautéed garlic and shallots. Fresh basil leaves lend an aromatic, herbaceous flair that pairs beautifully with the citrusy brightness of lemon juice. The dish is thickened with a touch of flour for a luxurious texture, while butter and olive oil add depth and richness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this elegant, French-inspired recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating your family to a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve it with crusty French bread, creamy mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete and memorable dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 whole shallots
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and partially cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Finely dice the shallots and mince the garlic cloves.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Once melted, sauté the shallots for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the white wine, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
Add the chicken stock and lemon juice, stirring to create a smooth sauce. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Roughly chop the fresh basil leaves and add half of them to the sauce. Stir well.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Lower the heat to medium and let the chicken cook through, about 10-12 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Once the chicken is fully cooked, garnish with the remaining fresh basil leaves.
Serve immediately with crusty French bread, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.8 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.4 g | 137% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 655 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 3016 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 230.9 g | 462% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 496 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
